Which is cheaper, the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC or the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph?

At MSRP the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph is the cheaper of the two at $1,799, against $2,700 for the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC — a $901 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC or the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph?

The Zelos Starfighter Chronograph wears larger at 41mm versus 40mm for the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC or the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph?

The Zelos Starfighter Chronograph is rated to 50m versus 30m for the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC or the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph?

The Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph.

What movement does the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC run compared to the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC uses the L888.5 and the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph uses the ETA 2894 Élaboré.

Side by side

Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSICvsZelos Starfighter Chronograph

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC

L4.984.3.08.7

MSRP $2,700

Zelos Starfighter Chronograph

starfighter-chronograph-spitfire

MSRP $1,799

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

FLAGSHIP CLASSIC40mm

Starfighter Chronograph41mm

Power Reserve

FLAGSHIP CLASSIC72h

Starfighter Chronograph40h

Water Resistance

FLAGSHIP CLASSIC30m

Starfighter Chronograph50m

MSRP

FLAGSHIP CLASSIC$2,700

Starfighter Chronograph$1,799

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

—

Flat

AR Coating

Underside

Inner

Dial Color

Brown

Spitfire LE

Indices

Diamond indexes

Applied

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

L888.5

ETA 2894 Élaboré

Beat Rate

25,200 vph

28,800 vph

Power Reserve

72h

40h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,700

$1,799

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What people say

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Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC

Owners praise the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC as a beautiful, classy dress watch with deep brand heritage, suitable for special occasions. One owner noted the stock strap appears narrow due to the lug design, making spring bars visible. The Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC reissue is considered a fantastic deal at $700, especially after a recent official Longines service and dial replacement, presenting it as a like-new watch. However, its lack of patina may disappoint collectors who value "character" from wear and scratches. Overall, owners rate the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC highly for its aesthetic appeal and value proposition.

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Zelos Starfighter Chronograph

Owners find the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph appealing, with one noting the beauty of the Aventurine dial and another praising the blue dial and lumed subdials. One owner is selling the watch to acquire other chronographs. Overall, owners appreciate the aesthetic appeal of the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph, particularly its dial options and lumed subdials.

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